Click on the link below to listen to the podcast right here: Chancellor Jim Schmidt did not need more stress in his life. He had been handed budget cuts in 26 of his past 30 years. But … [Read more...] about How to Restructure Like a Pro
Management
Bad Bosses need Toxic Handlers
In the past few months, I have had a number of executive clients bring up the subject of horrible bosses and their frustrations. They either are forced into the role of Toxic Handler or jump into it … [Read more...] about Bad Bosses need Toxic Handlers
Delegation – Part 2 – “Trust but Verify”
In my previous post, we discussed Delegation: Giving up control to gain control. Next we will take you through the “secret sauce” that makes this come together and ensures great results. That … [Read more...] about Delegation – Part 2 – “Trust but Verify”
Leadership – 5 Principles of a Business Leader
Ron didn’t take the path most executives of multi-billion dollar companies take. They tend to work for a few years, jump to a new company with a bigger pay package, rinse and repeat. Ron, on the … [Read more...] about Leadership – 5 Principles of a Business Leader
013: How do you spot a market bubble?
Junk bonds, dot.com, real estate all went through a spectacular rise and then a dramatic crash. I survived the dot.com & telecom bubble and crash of the late 90’s. It got me to thinking, “if we … [Read more...] about 013: How do you spot a market bubble?
Have you met a Unicorn Hunter?
Picture this: Kevin was beyond panic. October was approaching and the CEO/owner of a small tech company in Southern California had just watched his fifth newly hired Sales Rep walk out the door. The … [Read more...] about Have you met a Unicorn Hunter?
How to recognize Business Hypothermia
Have you ever seen a company file bankruptcy and you ask yourself “how did that happen?” There are always signs. And it’s rarely from the leadership. Executives are generally skilled at giving some … [Read more...] about How to recognize Business Hypothermia
Death by Player/Coach – 7 Fatal Flaws
Every year hundreds of successful salespeople are taken out of production and have their career snuffed out. This is done by well-meaning, but misguided ownership that is trying to kill two birds with … [Read more...] about Death by Player/Coach – 7 Fatal Flaws